Frequently
asked questions, about our
Building and Property Maintenance Service
& Handyman Service.
Q.
Who carries out the work?
A. The proprietor carries out all work himself, or if additional persons
are required, will oversee all work undertaken, and will ensure that
he is present the majority of the time that work is taken place.
Q.
What about estimate and quotes?
A. Written estimates and quotes, giving details of all the work which
is to be undertaken, can be provided by post or email.
Theses estimates and quotes are subject to what can be seen, if there
are additional hidden defects, that were not visible to inspection at
the time of the estimate or quote being given, additional labour time
and costs may be incurred. All quotes are free of charge to visit and
quote.
Q.
What about payment?
A. Prompt payment for full or part work from the house owner is expected,
at the end of the job, as cash flow is a major concern to all businesses.
I accept cash and cheques for payment. If you require me to pay for
large items on your behalf, then I shall require payment up front for
those. (once bitten, twice shy!). Therefore here at Kent House Medic,
before I commence any work, I shall expect both sides to sign a written
agreement or contract, detailing what both parties expect of the other.
Q.
Cost?
A. Each job is priced individually, depending upon the skill
level required, the tools that are required, or whether it is just a
quickie. I am not going to charge £25 just to change a plug.
Q. Does Kent House Medic carry out work, for Landlords?
A. Yes, property maintenance work can be carried out, for rented accommodation,
the same prices, same conditions as private houses.
Q. Will the work require Planning permission ?
A.This deals with the way the building looks and the effect
it will have on other properties and residents living nearby. More advice
on Planning permission.
Q. Will the work require Building Regulations approval?
A. These regulations have been put in place to ensure that
any work carried out on your property will be of an acceptable standard,
and that once the work has been carried out, the premises will still
be safe to live in. More advice on Building
Regulations.
Labour
only charges
Electrical work
- from only £30 first hour then £22.50 / hour
Plumbing work - from only £30 first hour then £22.50
/ hour
Bathroom & Kitchen fitting - Day rate of £150 per
day
Handyman - from only £25 first hour then £17.50
/ hour
Light building work - from only £25 first hour, then £17.50
/ hour
Decorating - day rate of £120 a day
Gardening - from only £25 first hour then £15
/ hour
Flatpack furniture assembly - only £25 first hour then
£15 / hour
I am not VAT registered, so there is no VAT to
pay on these prices.
(These
are just labour charges, materials will cost extra
unlike some businesses, we do not add a percentage to material costs.)
"On my part, I will agree to carry out work to the highest
standard, my minimum is to comply with any building regulations that
exist, I will not cut corners in order to save a few pence.
I would want to be happy living with the finished product myself, therefore
all work will be guaranteed for a minimum of one year, subject to fair
wear and tear in domestic use; not subject to negligent use, criminal
damage or Act of God.
The best advertising is word of mouth, and we want you to be telling
people, what a good service you have received."
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